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Dr Matthew Williams | Personality and Pain: The Role of Personality Traits in Musculoskeletal Rehabilitation
The interactions between body functions, mental processes, and the social environment are critical in healthcare but all too often not fully understood. For example, the field of musculoskeletal health involves treatment...
Professor Ramani Ramchandran | The Fascinating Roles of Cilia in Brain Blood Vessel Vitality
Delving into the intriguing realm of brain blood vessel development and the role of specialised cells is a challenging but critical step in better understanding neuro-vascular diseases in both children and adults. Professor Ramani Ramchandran, from the Medical...
Dr Nicholas Gascoigne | Harnessing the Immune System to Tackle Cancer
In a ground-breaking stride toward accessible cancer treatments, a revolutionary method for preparing immune cells has emerged. Dr Nicholas Gascoigne from the Yong Loo Lin School of Medicine at the National University of Singapore has helped develop an...
Dr Bernie Garrett – Professor Timothy Caulfield | Revealing the Risks of Alternative Medicine
Alternative healthcare is growing in popularity, but like all healthcare, the use of such therapies is not risk-free. Dr Bernie Garrett of the University of British Colombia, Canada, works with colleague Professor Timothy Caulfield from the University of...
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Prof. Dr. Michelle van Vliet | Invisible Water Crisis: Water Scarcity is Affected by Complex Interactions of Water Quality and Sectoral Use
Sufficient water of good quality is vital for humankind and nature. A growing global population increases the demand for water of suitable quality. In addition, climate change and increases in extreme weather events, such as droughts and heatwaves, directly affect the availability, quality, and use of water. These three factors – availability, quality, and use – interact in complex ways. Prof. Dr. Michelle van Vliet at Utrecht University is pioneering our understanding of the drivers of clean water scarcity under global change and proposing solutions to this. With her team, she focuses on the challenge of ensuring sufficient water of suitable quality to meet human demands and ensuring healthy ecosystems in our changing world.
Dr Jennifer Brandon – Dr Christopher Verlinden | A New Approach for Detecting Oceanic Microplastics in Real Time
Microplastics are tiny pollutants threatening our oceans and marine life. Current approaches to detect them are time-consuming and expensive. Oceanographers Dr Jennifer Brandon and Dr Christopher Verlinden from Applied Ocean Sciences (AOS) in the USA have...
Dr Kenneth Poeppelmeier | Treasuring Trash: Chemical Advances in Upcycling Single-Use Plastics
he proliferation of single-use plastics, particularly polyethylene (PE) and polypropylene (PP), presents a significant environmental challenge. Of the 300-400 million tons of plastic produced annually, up to 80% is discarded, often ending up in landfills or...
Dr Keith Walters | Rebuilding Oyster Reefs with Recycled Shells for Prey Protection
The worldwide loss of coastal oyster reefs negatively affects many organisms that rely on reefs for refuge from predators. Dr Keith Walters and his team at Coastal Carolina University created a series of reefs along the northern South Carolina shoreline using...
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Open access vs Public access the case for democratic outreach in academic communication
While the move towards open access and its benefit to the wider scientific community is laudable, it comes at a cost—a cost, like most publishing costs in academia, that is ultimately funded by the general public. In 2023, approximately 45% of academic papers were published as open access. This figure represents a continuation of the growth trend seen in open access publishing over the past decade. This figure is based on all OA models: fully open access (gold), green (self-archived), bronze (free to read without a clear license), and hybrid models. Approximately $2.25 billion of public funds were spent to make those academic papers open access.
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PewDiePie’s mention of Diogenes of Sinope in his reaction video to his house being robbed ignited a remarkable surge of interest in the classical philosopher. Following the video’s release, an additional 80 million Google searches related to Diogenes were recorded in the subsequent week.
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Physical Sciences & Mathematics Latest
Do Gravitational Waves Exist? Critical Questions from Professor Jean-François Pommaret
Through a detailed analysis of mathematical frameworks, Professor Jean-François Pommaret challenges the established scientific consensus on gravitational waves, proposing that certain mathematical interpretations could question their existence. This article delves into the professor’s examination of the founding principles of general relativity, offering an insightful, alternative perspective on the ongoing dialogue between mathematics and physics.
Engineering & Computer Science Latest
Dr Joerg Volpp | How Does the Surface Tension of Steel Change at High Temperatures?
In a recent study, Dr Joerg Volpp from University West, Trollhättan, Sweden, redefined our previous understanding of the surface tension of steel at extreme temperatures. His important insights could improve industrial manufacturing processes like welding and additive manufacturing, as well as offer exciting theoretical implications.
Arts, Humanities & Social Sciences Latest
Professor Byron R Johnson | Transforming Prison Rehabilitation with Inmate-led Religious Movements
Inmate ministers and offender-led religious movements offer a unique avenue to redemption and rehabilitation within prisons. Professor Byron R Johnson of Baylor University and Pepperdine University has examined the influence of faith-driven programmes within prison facilities. His work highlights the inspiring power of peer support, spiritual growth, and restorative justice in reshaping the lives of those behind bars. As demands for reforms in the criminal justice sector intensify, the impact of faith-based activities in fostering change cannot be understated.
Life Sciences & Biology Latest
Professor Irene Díaz-Moreno – Professor Miguel A. De la Rosa | The Diverse Interactome of Cytochrome c: Beyond Respiration
All living things are comprised of cells, and to function, most of them use oxygen to break down food molecules to obtain chemical energy, a process known as cell respiration. Critical to this is the macromolecule cytochrome c, but this redox haemoprotein also boasts a diverse set of functions beyond respiration. Professor Irene Díaz-Moreno and Professor Miguel A. De la Rosa, both leading members of cicCartuja’s Biointeractomics Research Group at the University of Seville, are using cutting-edge investigational tools to study the full ‘interactome’ of this multifunctional molecule.
Dr Wolfgang Quapp – Professor Josep Maria Bofill | Shaping Reactions: The Exciting World of Mechanochemistry and Molecular Interactions
Dr Wolfgang Quapp and Professor Dr Josep Maria Bofill from the University of Leipzig and Universitat de Barcelona, respectively, are leading voices in the newly emerged sector of mechanochemistry. Their fascinating work reveals how external forces can manipulate...
Professor Andrew Adey | High-Throughput Analysis of DNA Methylation at the Single-Cell Level
DNA methylation is a key epigenetic process. Conventional methods for analysing methylation have been cumbersome or technically unfeasible. Professor Andrew Adey at Oregon Health and Sciences University is developing high-throughput workflows that analyse the...
Professor Alan Templeton | When Fire Sparks Ecological Opportunity and Habitat Restoration
How far would you be willing to go to save an endangered species? Would you consider burning part of a forest as a solution? As unconventional as it may sound, conservationists sometimes resort to such measures to restore lost habitats. One remarkable example is...
Dr Michael Cherney – Professor Daniel Fisher | Unlocking Woolly Mammoth Mysteries: Tusks as Hormone Time Capsules
The impressive tusks found on proboscideans (the order of mammals that includes elephants, woolly mammoths, and mastodons) are like time capsules, preserving detailed records of their bearers’ lives in the form of growth layers and chemical traces. Frozen in...
Dr Sebastian Fraune | Microbiota: Fast-tracking Adaptation to Rapidly Changing Environments
As climate change continues at an unprecedented pace, the processes of natural selection and genetic mutation can no longer fully explain how some organisms adapt to their rapidly changing environments. Dr Sebastian Fraune from Heinrich-Heine University and an...
Education & Training Latest
Dr Jo Boaler | Transforming Mathematics Education Through Mindset-Based Teaching
Mathematics education in the United States has long struggled with issues of underachievement and inequity. Despite decades of reform efforts, many students continue to struggle with math, developing negative attitudes and beliefs about their own mathematical abilities. However, recent research into mindset and brain plasticity offers promising new directions for transforming how mathematics is taught and learned. A groundbreaking study led by Dr Jo Boaler at Stanford University demonstrates how a ‘mathematical mindset’ approach to teaching can dramatically improve student achievement and engagement, even in just a few weeks of instruction.
Dr Kimberly Coy | Virtual Schooling: How Digital Education Can Increase Inclusivity
Virtual schooling – teaching conducted entirely online – has become increasingly important since the COVID-19 pandemic. Even prior to the pandemic, virtual schools were recognised for providing alternatives to students with needs beyond those catered for in...
Dr. Pheather R. Harris | Interrogating Environmental Factors that Negatively Impact African American Student STEM Degree Completion
Understanding why African American students often leave science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) degree programs – and working to solve this – is crucial. Dr. Pheather R. Harris at the University of California, Irvine, has demonstrated that...
WVU ADVANCE Center | West Virginia University Team Fosters Group-Level Equity and Inclusivity at Higher Education Institutions
Despite ongoing efforts to broaden participation in the academy, many groups remain underrepresented. More needs to be done to ensure that all faculty and students succeed in institutions of higher education. The WVU ADVANCE Center is an academic hub at West...
Dr Anushia Inthiran | Distance Learning: Impacts for Offshore Students Amid COVID-19
The COVID-19 pandemic significantly disrupted global education and necessitated a shift to online learning. Due to ongoing border closures, even after the pandemic eased, offshore students were prevented from attending their university in person long after their...
Professor Lori Hensley – Professor Nathan Reyna | Driving Innovation in Cell Biology Education: The Cell Biology Education Consortium
Cell biology is the foundation of several branches of science and medicine. An education in cell biology theory and techniques gives students the grounding to pursue careers in healthcare, research, and the pharmaceutical industry, as well as providing a...
Psychology & Neuroscience Latest
Dr Matthew Williams | Personality and Pain: The Role of Personality Traits in Musculoskeletal Rehabilitation
The interactions between body functions, mental processes, and the social environment are critical in healthcare but all too often not fully understood. For example, the field of musculoskeletal health involves treatment of the muscles, bones, joints, and connective tissues that support and move the body. Whilst clinicians are great at evaluating the physiological aspects of musculoskeletal problems, they often miss how an individual’s psychological factors can influence treatment outcomes. Dr Matthew Williams, at Baylor University in the USA, is pioneering the application of personality psychology to musculoskeletal intervention strategies.
Dr David Feinstein – Donna Eden | How Energy Psychology Can Transform Our Lives
David Feinstein, PhD, and Donna Eden are well-known and highly respected authors and practitioners in the field of energy healing. Their latest book, Tapping: Self-Healing with the Transformative Power of Energy Psychology, provides a comprehensive but...
Tessa Bo Watford | The Therapeutic Potential of Psilocybin for Depression
Depression is a debilitating mental health condition affecting millions worldwide. While antidepressant medications are widely prescribed, they often come with significant side effects and limited efficacy. Tessa Watford, a researcher in the field of...
Dr Kammi Schmeer | Parenting in the Pandemic: Investigating the Impact of COVID-19 on Families
The COVID-19 pandemic disrupted daily life for families around the world, presenting unique challenges for parents and their children. Dr Kammi Schmeer and her colleagues from Ohio State University have been studying the impact of the pandemic on family social...
Professor Ken M Levy | The Boundaries of Free Will and Responsibility: From Academic Debate to the Real World
For almost thirty years, Professor Ken M Levy of Louisiana State University Law School has been thinking and writing about free will and responsibility. In several articles and his recent book, Free Will, Responsibility, and Crime: An Introduction (Routledge...
Dr Kara Pratt | From Neurons to Behaviour: Exciting Insights from the Xenopus Tadpole
Understanding how neurons come together and form circuits in the brain is crucial to understanding how the brain works. Dr Kara Pratt and her team at the University of Wyoming are uncovering the mysteries behind the formation of neural circuitry and the ability...
Business, Economics & Finance Latest
Dr Britta Holzberg | Stitching Together a Fairer Future: Insights from the Global Garment Industry
The global garment industry spans continents, cultures, and livelihoods. Ensuring decent work for the millions employed in its factories is an urgent concern. Dr Britta Holzberg has worked to unravel this intricate web through in-depth case studies in Egypt and Jordan. Her unique approach sheds new light on the factors shaping labour conditions. By considering the often-overlooked perspectives of supplier factories, Dr Holzberg offers a valuable new way of thinking about working conditions. Her work provides vital insights for academics, policymakers, and industries working to improve labour standards worldwide.
Stephen O’Byrne | Why Academic Research Has Done Little to Solve the Problems of Executive Pay
Competitive target pay is a basic principle of modern executive pay, embraced by corporate directors, compensation consultants and proxy advisors. Providing a high percent of pay in stock (or other incentive pay) is a second basic principle of modern executive...
Dr Michal Franta – Dr Jan Libich | Distribution Tails, Recession Risks and Macroeconomic Policies
Article written by Dr Michal Franta of the Czech National Bank and Dr Jan Libich of La Trobe University/VSB-TUO. The Global Financial Crisis of 2007–2009 ignited significant reconsideration of financial and economic policies, spurring extensive research efforts...
Professor Karen Hogan | Uncovering the Financial Fallout of Cyber-Attacks
In our increasingly digital world, cyber-attacks pose a significant threat to corporations with their potential to disrupt operations, damage reputations, and ultimately impact shareholder value. Because these attacks are getting more sophisticated, companies...
Dr Simone Farinelli – Dr Hideyuki Takada | Geometric Arbitrage Theory: A New Conceptual Structure in Financial Mathematics
Stochastic finance modelling allows researchers to describe, analyse, and predict the highly variable behaviour of markets. Dr Simone Farinelli (Core Dynamics GmbH, Switzerland) and Dr Hideyuki Takada (Toho University, Japan) are experts in mathematical finance...
Professor Anup Basu | Hidden Costs of Gender Inequality in Aging Couples’ Financial Management
Gender inequality takes different forms across economic, social, political, and cultural situations. One important example from everyday life relates to how households make financial decisions. Professor Anup Basu from Queensland University of Technology...
Scientia Issue #150 | Big Ideas for a Better World
This riveting issue of Scientia showcases some of the biggest new ideas across science, research, and technology. While we face many challenges, from climate change to cancer, epidemics to economic instability, progress and innovation open exciting windows of opportunity. We are thrilled to showcase the researchers who are ‘thinking big’ and working to make positive changes in our world.
Across Engineering & Computer Science, Earth & Environmental Sciences, Health & Medicine, Physical Sciences & Mathematics, Business, Economics & Finance, Social Sciences, Arts & Humanities, and Psychology & Neuroscience, we read how thinking big is benefiting people and the planet. Our feature Spotlight on SciComm Corner highlights recent and interesting posts from Scientia’s webpages. In this issue, Luke Tyler provides an insightful, compelling argument in support of open access publication.
Scientia Issue #149 | Scientific Strategies for People and Planet
Scientific Strategies for People and Planet This latest issue of Scientia showcases the researchers making innovative advances in improving the health and well-being of people across the globe, as well as those dedicated to ensuring...
Scientia Issue #148 | New Horizons in Research and Discovery
New Horizons in Research and Discovery In this latest issue of Scientia, we showcase some of the most exciting recent advances in research and discovery. Disease, poverty, war, inequality, and climate change are just some of the...
Scientia Issue #147 | Driving Positive Change Through Research and Innovation
DRIVING POSITIVE CHANGE THROUGH RESEARCH AND INNOVATION This inspiring issue celebrates the work of researchers who are driving positive change for the future across diverse disciplines. The Earth and Environment section...
Scientia Issue #146 | Pushing Boundaries in Science and Research
PUSHING BOUNDARIES IN SCIENCE AND RESEARCH This riveting issue of Scientia showcases recent advances across excitingly diverse fields of study, spanning agriculture, linguistics, physics, healthcare, economics, and much more....
Scientia Issue #145 | Discovery, Research and Innovation in Tackling Global Challenges
DISCOVERY, RESEARCH AND INNOVATION IN TACKLING GLOBAL CHALLENGES Our latest issue of Scientia continues our mission to connect science and society. Climate change, diseases that remain without a cure, social injustice and...
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